Denier is a term that relates to hosiery thickness – the weight of the yarn from which hosiery is woven (1 denier means that 9000 metres of yarn is equal to 1 gram in weight). Basically the lower the denier, the sheerer the appearance of the material, which means it is generally more fragile.
From ultra sheer tights to mega thick opaque tights and everything in between, here’s how to pick the right denier tights for you.
Ultra Sheer Tights
This refers to tights which are lower than 10 denier. It includes 8 denier (natural look) tights and the very sleek ultra sheer 5 denier. (Worth investing in some protective gloves for!) If you favour the bare-legged look, then these are the tights for you. Ultra sheer tights will keep you cool and comfortable even during the hottest months. Great with strappy sandals. Choose a shade that matches your skin tone.
Sheer Tights
10 denier, 12 denier, 15 denier and 20 denier tights.
More durable than ultra sheers, which make them a practical alternative for every-day wear, sheer tights come in an array of colours, styles and finishes. Your legs will look and feel delectable all day long.
Semi Opaque Tights
Covers the 21-40 denier range, including 30 denier and 40 denier.
Strong, long-lasting, and available in a wide range of exciting colours, semi-opaques are favourites with all the leading brand names. Semi Opaques offer more coverage than sheer tights, though your skin will still be visible.
Opaque Tights
50 denier, 60 denier and 66 denier tights.
Perfect for winter and cooler summer months, opaque tights provide a good level of skin coverage and are terrific teamed with long or short skirts or woollen dresses.
Thick Opaque Tights
These fall within the 70-99 denier range: 70 denier, 80 denier, 90 denier and offer reliable protection from the elements. Thick opaque tights are suitable accompaniments for just about any kind of attire whether you’re dressing for a business lunch or a Christmas party – what’s more they will go just great teamed with your favourite LBD.
Mega Thick Opaque Tights
100 denier and 120 denier, the ‘Mega’ range includes thick wool tights and leggings. If you’re the kind of woman who refuses to wear trousers even in the coldest winter months, then you must stock up on mega thick opaque tights if you want to want to avoid frostbite! This range includes bright solid colours that will give your legs a well-defined look – or you can opt for classic black – it never fails to impress.
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